Talaysay’s Talking Trees Tour – an Indigenous Interpretive Walk is now being offered up at the Sea to Sky Gondola. This popular tour takes place along the Panorama trail, only 1.6 km and rich in flora and the history of the Skwxu7mesh Uxwumixw (the Squamish Peoples). Join our indigenous cultural ambassadors and interpretive guides – […]

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Talaysay’s Talking Trees Tour – an Indigenous Interpretive Walk is now being offered up at the Sea to Sky Gondola. This popular tour takes place along the Panorama trail, only 1.6 km and rich in flora and the history of the Skwxu7mesh Uxwumixw (the Squamish Peoples). Join our indigenous cultural ambassadors and interpretive guides – and learn and experience first hand the stories and vast history first hand from the peoples’ who have lived here for millennia.

There are two tours at day. 12 noon and 2 pm

You will meet your tour guide at Bohdi’s fire pit near the entrance of the Panorama Trail. Each plant and each tree has its own special story. Explore the Panorama Trail on the scenic Sea to Sky Gondola with a local First Nations guide and cultural ambassador. Along the way, your guide will share the cultural uses of the alpine forest and region and point out the variety of local plants that were harvested by Skwxu7mesh Uxwumixw First nations people for food, technology and medicine. The well-groomed 1.6km trail provides options for all fitness levels.

What to wear/bring: Good walking shoes with adequate traction. Dress for the weather and wear layers with the changing seasons. Water resistant and thermal clothing for the fall and winter is highly recommended. Sunscreen, hats and sunglasses are recommended in the summer months.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Admission Ticket

1.5 hour tour with Indigenous cultural ambassador – guide

EXCLUSIONS:

Gratuities (optional for tour guide)

GST (tax)

BOOKING DETAILS:

Confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear good walking shoes with adequate traction.

Water resistant and thermal clothing during the spring and fall is recommended.

Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

Tour not recommended for children under the age of 12, however, a youth ticket may be purchased if any child is interested in participating.

Pricing type: per person
Maximum Travelers: 15

Age groups: Youth (13 – 18)

Adult (19 – 80)

Languages offered: English. When booked in advance, Japanese and Spanish.

Booking Confirmation Method: Instant Confirmation

Cut off time: 24 hours

Talking Trees Walk, Sea to Sky Gondola

Season: Spring, Summer (May 13thth to October 30th 2017)

Tour A start time: 12:00 noon

Tour A end time: 1:30 pm Duration: 1.5 hrs

Tour B start time: 2:00 pm

Tour B end time: 3:30 pm Duration: 1.5 hrs

Meeting location: At Bohdi’s fire pit near the Sea to Sky Gondola sign in front of the Panorama Trail.

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Additional Details

Booking in advance will secure your ticket to join us on this enjoyable tour. Your guide will meet you on site in the specified area. We recommend you arrive early to enjoy your adventure up the gondola where you will meet your Talaysay Guide up at Bhodi’s fire pit 15 minutes prior to the tour start. Look for the friendly indigenous guide smiling. We usually where our green or red company t-shirts, jackets and a head band or cedar hat.

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If weather is extreme with respect to rain or wind, we will consult and re-schedule.
Cancellations with 48 hours advance notice will be reimbursed with a 20% admin fee. If you would like to reschedule for another day, our company will schedule you in.
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We accept Visa and Mastercard. Your booking will be completed by your payment in full in which you will receive a full itinerary by email.
5% GST will be added to your booking payment.
* Group rates are available for larger groups, please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

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